Guided by the concept of “beautiful objects that quietly accompany everyday life,” we create works that make use of traditional kimono fabrics. Drawing on the 250-year history of Yonezawa-ori weaving, combined with traditional safflower (benibana) dyeing and carefully refined dyeing techniques, our silk textiles are produced through a fully integrated process—from dyeing to weaving. The resulting fabrics embody the natural character of silk itself, together with the beauty born from meticulous dyeing and weaving. Through kimono and hakama fabrics, we aim to bring forms that harmonize with daily life, offering moments of quiet joy and a sense of richness to everyday living.

Founded in 1884 (Meiji 17), we are a weaving house that has carried forward the traditions of Yonezawa-ori for five generations. It was the third generation who encountered safflower dyeing, and today we have established an integrated production system encompassing both dyeing and weaving. Our primary focus is on silk products such as women’s kimono and obi, while also producing a wide range of other silk textiles.

The techniques of Yonezawa-ori, established approximately 250 years ago under Lord Yōzan Uesugi, the ninth lord of the Yonezawa Domain, are combined with the traditional safflower dyeing of the Nitta area and our own distinctive dyeing methods. While cherishing tradition, we continue to pursue craftsmanship that resonates with contemporary life.

Our Philosophy

Through craftsmanship, we seek to preserve history, culture, and tradition, and to become a company that offers joy, tranquility, and happiness to all.

Business Activities

Planning and production of Yonezawa-ori kimono and obi, safflower dyeing, various dyeing techniques, and silk textile products.

Yonezawa City, located in Yamagata Prefecture, is a historic castle town associated with the Uesugi clan, surrounded by the rich natural environment typical of a basin. The region is blessed with local produce such as traditional vegetables, rice, fruit, Yonezawa beef, and sake, as well as abundant hot springs. Life here is deeply connected to nature, revealing the beauty of the four seasons throughout the year.

Winters are particularly snowy, and the area is designated as a special heavy snowfall region. At the same time, Yonezawa offers excellent accessibility, located approximately two hours from Tokyo by Shinkansen.

Around 250 years ago, Lord Yōzan Uesugi promoted Yonezawa-ori as a key local industry. Samurai and their families were encouraged to weave textiles, leading the region to evolve from hemp weaving into a center of high-quality silk production distributed throughout Japan. This development greatly advanced Yonezawa’s local industry and left a lasting impact on the region’s economy and culture.

•    2008 National Traditional Crafts Public Exhibition – Selected
•    2009–2023 Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition – Selected 14 times (from the 56th exhibition onward)
•    2011 58th Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition – Japan Kōgeikai Newcomer Award
•    2012 Yonezawa Arts and Culture Association – Association Award
　　　　 Japan Kōgeikai – Certified Full Member
•    2014 19th MOA Okada Mokichi Award – Newcomer Award
•    2017 LEXUS NEW TAKUMI PROJECT – Certified “Takumi” Artisan
　　　　 51st Japan Traditional Crafts Dyeing & Weaving Exhibition – Tokyo Metropolitan Board of Education Award
•    2019 59th Eastern Japan Traditional Crafts Exhibition – Encouragement Award
•    2021 Yonezawa Textile New Works Competition – Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry Award
•    2023 Yonezawa Textile New Works Competition – Grand Prix
•    2024 4th Japan Traditional Culture Grand Prix – “Kimono no Mori” Award
•    And numerous other awards